Hiyashi Chuka (Chilled Ramen) / 冷やし中華
First in my Japanese Summer Noodle Series is Hiyashi Chuka, one of the most popular summer dishes in Japan! These chilled ramen noodles are refreshing, healthy, and delicious.
Servings: 2
Ingredients
- 2 servings ramen noodles dried, frozen, or fresh
- water to cook ramen
- ice water to chill the cooked noodles
Dressing
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp water
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 1.5 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- pinch salt
- 1 tsp rayu (chili oil) if you want it to be spicier
Toppings
- ham sliced thinly
- cucumber julienned
- 2 soft boiled eggs quartered
- wakame
- kanikama (imitation crab) shredded
- tomato quartered
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and set aside.
- Prepare the ramen noodles according to the package.
- Once cooked, put the noodles immediately into ice water to chill.
- Remove the ramen from the ice water once cooled down and put on a plate.
- Arrange the ingredient on top of the noodles.
- Pour the dressing over, mix, and enjoy!
Notes
Recipe by: Sylvia Wakana (http://sylviawakana.com)